Being asked for a restaurant recommendation, is always a sheer pleasure for me, and thus, I am going to post a quick few in The U.S.A. that I have been to within the last 2 to 3 years ... ( I am working on the Northwestern European version and a Caribbean - Mexico and South American ).

1) Great Falls, Virginia: L´Auberge Chez Francois

This country French farmhosue is a superb formula for a special occasion.

2) Newport, Rhode Island: Castle Inn

Perched on top of a rocky promontory, the property of the restaurant and hotel spans eight acres overlooking the Atlantic. The sunsets, a walk along the beach, winter, spring, summer or autumn ... and the cuisine provide a lovely time.

3) Rancho Santa Fe, California: Rancho Valencia Hotel & Restaurant

Located in northern San Diego, set admist 40 acres of stunner typography, this is an awesome place to spend a weekend and / or to go for dinner or lunch.